Quality Control

Quality Control Certificate

This certificate program provides training and instruction in the proper use of measuring instruments, data analysis and techniques of statistical quality control, including frequency distributions, process control charts, six sigma concepts and sampling plans. In addition, the course work provides a basis for practical implementation of these techniques in the quality control system of an industrial organization. An in-depth investigation of the jobs of quality control, the role of quality costs, determining customer needs, total quality management, follow-up on field performance and feedback to further improve the quality system are integral components of this program.

Candidates for this program are required to be formally admitted to Purdue University North Central. Mathematics placement tests are required prior to taking any mathematics course. Students may apply these courses toward an associate degree in industrial engineering technology or mechanical engineering technology as appropriate. A certificate will be presented to those who successfully complete all course work.

Required Courses (21 credits)

Listed in the order in which they should be taken.

3	MA 153	Algebra and Trigonometry I
3	MA 154	Algebra and Trigonometry II
3	STAT 301	Elementary Statistical Methods
3	MET 141	Materials I
3	IET 204	Techniques of Maintaining Quality
3	IET 364	Total Quality Management
3		Technical Elective+

Total credits required for certificate: 21

+ Business or Technical elective to suit the individual. Actual course selection, subject to advisor approval, may be from the following: CIMT, C&IT, CPT, MET, IET, ECET, GBG, GBA, or MGMT.